Log cabin | 2 bedrooms | sleeps 4

Enjoy a romantic rural getaway in a newly built log cabin situated in the peaceful English Liddel Valley, Penton, Cumbria. The cabin is constructed from locally felled larch trees and has a cedar shingle roof, it is in a truly fantastic private location on the banks of the river Liddel which is only yards way from the Scottish Borders.

With home from home comforts that include a fully equipped kitchen, log burner, 2 bedrooms, a luxury bathroom, a separate cloaks, stunning views and a Jacuzzi hot tub outside on the elevated deck. It is a perfect retreat from the stresses of everyday life but yet still close to Carlisle and the Lake District and only yards from the Scottish Borders.

Size

Sleeps up to 4, 2 bedrooms

Will consider

Corporate bookings

Access

Car advised, Wheelchair users

Nearest Amenities

10 km

Nearest travel links

Nearest airport: Newcastle 100 km, Nearest railway: Carlisle 20 km

Family friendly

Great for children of all ages, Suitable for people with restricted mobility

Notes

Some pets are welcome - please contact the owner, No smoking at this property

It is 1000 square feet of luxury accommodation accessed on one level which you are sure to enjoy in an unique hand crafted cabin. On arrival its shoes off and wooly socks on, sink into a comfy sofa and enjoy the cosy warmth of a roaring fire. A large basket of firewood is supplied for your stay. The living space is open plan with a large dining table which leads out via large bi folding glass doors onto the outside decking space which boasts a Jacuzzi hot tub and a gas Barbecue. The fluffy dressing gowns and slippers are handy when getting in and out of the hot tub!

The location allows you to absorb the peaceful roar of the passing river. Although we encourage you to take advantage of the natural surroundings we do include modern facilities such as flat screen televisions, a DVD player and IPOD dock with surround sound speakers. The kitchen is fully fitted with granite work surfaces, it has an integrated dishwasher, washer/dryer, oven, microwave, larder fridge, freezer, induction hob, Nespresso coffee machine, Dualit toaster, kettle, quality crockery, glasses and all the cooking equipment you will need to enjoy your stay.

The master bedroom has a king size bed with beautiful 700 count cotton bed linen, flat screen television, oak bedside cabinets, a double oak wardrobe, hair dryer and a patio door opening onto the deck. The second bedroom has two single beds, a French Armoire and again a patio door leading onto the deck.

The family bathroom has a modern free standing bath, a seperate shower enclosure, a toilet and sink unit. The seperate clocks has a toilet and vanity unit. Towels are provided, including extra ones for the hot tub. We also supply bathrobes and slippers for your stay.

The cabin has fishing rights included on the River Liddel. A permit to fish would need to be purchased from a Post office by the guest directly. If you require any extras to make your stay extra special these can be arranged before you arrive.The cabin is set in an acre of private wood land with a river running very close by, please be advised children should be supervised at all times. The nearest local shops are situated six miles away in Longtown, nine miles away from Gretna and thirteen miles away from Carlisle.

We allow one well behaved dog but request that they are kept out of the bedrooms and do not sit on the furniture.

The Cabin is situated half a mile from the local pub The Bridge Inn which serves good home cooked meals on an evening, Sunday Lunch and carry out meals.

Further details outdoors

The cabin is situated in a secluded private location. There is a track which can be driven down to access directly to the cabin with plenty of parking.The surrounding area is natural with woodland, a field and a river. The cabin is about 50 yards from the road.

Further details

*Please be aware that children should be supervised at all times due to the proximity of the river.

*Reasonable use of the hot tub is included, please read the health and safety guide lines in the cabin file before entering the tub, we do not recommend sessions of more that 20 minutes at a time. The hot tub water is checked regularly, we aim to do this without disturbing your stay. Any problems with the hot tub should be reported.

*To care for the hot tub -

Before entering the hot tub it is essential to remove all make up and fake tan. Guests must also shower thoroughly. Please do not add any soap or any oil based products. Any foodstuff or drinks should not be taken in or near the hot tub. Any of abuse of the hot tub will affect the chemical levels of the water and may result in loss of the damage deposit.

*The property is accessed on one level with no stairs. A car is essential for anyone with limited mobility or to access any local amenities, the nearest shops are 6 miles away.

*The open plan area has a flat screen television, dvd player, surround sound and an IPOD dock.

*One large basket of logs is supplied, extra baskets are £25.00 each.

*We provide a welcome pack of tea, coffee, sugar, milk and cake.

*We can arrange at an extra cost, breakfast hampers, celebration hampers, fresh flowers and local produce.

*The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, washer/dryer, oven, microwave, induction hob, fridge, freezer, Nespresso coffee machine, kettle, toaster along with all the cooking equipment you will need.

*There is a main bathroom with bath, shower, toilet, vanity unit and a seprate cloaks with a toilet and vanity unit.

*The master bedroom has a flat screen television and radio alarm clock with IPOD dock.

*Arrival from 3.30pm

*Departure 11am

*At the end of your stay the cabin must be left as it is found, recycling waist to be taken and rubbish left outside the property.

About this location

The Cumbria region

The Lake District which is about a forty minute drive away is England's largest National Park and includes Scafell Pike - its highest mountain, Wastwater - its deepest lake and thriving communities like Keswick and Bowness-on-Windermere.

Gretna is only 9 miles away- every year over 4,000 weddings take place in Gretna and Gretna Green, which amounts to around one in eight of all weddings that take place in Scotland. It also has a well established outlet shopping centre with shops such as Ralph Lauren, Gap and M and S.

Hadrian's Wall World Heritage Site is perfect for a family day out. Discover Roman life and epic history in stunning locations. Visit the farthest reaches of the Roman Empire and explore indoors and out at our Roman forts, towns and museums and uncover the story of Roman Britain.

The 7stanes are seven mountain biking trails spanning the south of Scotland. The nearest one to the cabin is in Newcastleton which is approximately 7 miles away.

Kielder Water & Forest Park is home to northern Europe's largest man made lake and England's largest forest. There are many outdoor activities available here including sailing, bike trails, walks and tearooms.

Penton

The cabin is situated in the Liddel Valley, it is surrounded by woodland and is very close to the banks of the River Liddel on the English side of the border, the other side of the river is in Scotland which is literally a few yards away. The area is very peaceful and although the cabin is secluded it is only 50 yards away from the main road. A car is essential to access any local amenities.

Historic Carlisle is situated 15 miles away, it is the main shopping, commercial and industrial centre in the northern half of Cumbria, and of southern Scotland. Here you will find many bars, eating places and shops.

The Romans established a settlement here - primarily to serve the forts on Hadrian's Wall. In the 12th century, King Henry I allowed the founding of a religious establishment, later making the town a diocese, and thus making the Priory into a Cathedral. The Prior's Tower is next to the Cathedral and houses a small exhibition in the pele tower.

Carlisle Castle is a great medieval fortress that has watched over the City of Carlisle for over nine centuries.